Piccadilly in White 2017

Photos by Emil Lippe

2017 Piccadilly in White

(Photo by Emil Lippe) Attendees make their way to their tables while some go back for seconds during the fundraiser Aug. 5 at the LINC. Attendees at the event got to indulge in local foods from Jefferson City as well as an open bar.

Council for Drug Free Youth Annual Ice Cream Social

Photos by Emil Lippe

Council for Drug Free Youth Annual Ice Cream Social 2017

(Photo by Emil Lippe) JCPD Officer Les Martin serves vanilla ice cream to a patron at the Council for Drug-Free Youth Ice Cream Social on Aug. 7 at the Capital Mall Community Room. Martin has been volunteering at the drug-free event for a few years now and enjoys to help serve the community and teach youngsters about the dangers of drugs.

Power of the Purse Auction 2017

Photos by Mikala Compton

Power of the Purse Auction 2017

(Photo by Mikala Compton) Gregg Bexton showcases a purse during Power of the Purse fundraiser on Aug. 10 at Jefferson City Country Club. The event was presented by the United Way of Central Missouri's Women United Council to celebrate the power of women and address the challenges faced by women and their families in the community. Participants bid on purses in a silent and live auction, with proceeds going to United Way of Central Missouri.